Michael Lavorgna, Author at Twittering Machines

Wattson Audio Rolls Out the New Madison Streamer

December 1, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

As regular readers know, I was impressed with Wattson’s Emerson Analog Streaming DAC, Madison Streaming DAC, and Madison LE (Lounge Edition). Three for three that hit my Favorite Digital List hard.

Album of the Week: FLY or DIE II: bird dogs of paradise (IA11 edition) by jaimie branch

November 28, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

Jaimie Branch’s FLY or DIE II: bird dogs of paradise was originally released in the fall of 2019, a follow up to her stellar debut FLY or DIE released the year prior. Here we have a brand new reissue from International Anthem’s 11th Anniversary Editions.

The Compound and DeVore Fidelity Collaborate on DEF COM: A Hi-Fi Speaker Blending Art, Sound, and Culture

November 28, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

“This speaker is for those who appreciate the artistic and technical aspects of sound,” Set Free explains. “It’s more than a listening device—it’s an art piece that belongs in the homes of those who value creativity and craftsmanship.” Am I dreaming?

Twittering Machines 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

November 25, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

To shop perchance, to dream.

In Barn for Review: Atoll MS120 Streaming DAC

November 24, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

I was mightily impressed by Atoll’s SDA300 Signature streaming DAC, so impressed I wanted to hear more. More Atoll (imagine Christopher Walken saying that last part).

CAF 2025: Final Reflections

November 22, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

Swimming against some tides, I’m happy about and hopeful for hifi’s future.

Album of the Week: The light was sharp, our eyes were open by Pablo’s Eye

November 21, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

I find myself in 2024, again.

CAF 2025: My Favorite Room

November 20, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

I tipped my hand in yesterday’s post where I made the distinction between a system and a room.

CAF 2025: Favorite Systems

November 19, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

A couple of caveats before we dive in—I once again have to apologize for not getting into every room, even rooms I had every intention of experiencing.

CAF 2025: Favorite Familiar Gear

November 18, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

There were Grimm MU2s everywhere at CAF 2025 and if you’ve read my review, or any review, you know why—”If you want to hear the best digital music reproduction I’ve heard by an obvious and distinct margin, you’ll need to find a Grimm MU2 to […]

CAF 2025: Notable New Products

November 17, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

Or new products of note according to my interests.

#NewMusicFriday: November 14, 2025

November 14, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: Hear The Children Sing The Evidence by Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Nathan Salsburg & Tyler Trotter

November 14, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

I’ve reached all the way back to May 31, 2024 to resurrect this sweet stunner.

Another Side of HiFi

November 13, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

I tried looking for specs on the Angels Horn H019 Hi-Fi Bluetooth Turntable with Built-in Speakers vintage record player featured in a recent Wirecutter article but the extent of the speaker specs is—4—which sit directly under the turntable.

CAF 2025: Premiers & Debuts

November 11, 2025 Michael Lavorgna

Whether we’re talking World Premiers or North American Debuts at CAF 2025, I enjoy the new and as Bobby Darin sang in 1960, I’ll be there.

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